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01 Sep

Alcatel Expands Offline Network in Assam Through Partnership with BSM Ventures

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Alcatel has strengthened its offline retail presence in Assam by entering into a strategic partnership with BSM Ventures, a leading distribution house in the North East. The collaboration aims to make Alcatel’s innovative and reliable products more accessible to consumers while offering strong after-sales support and warranty. BSM Ventures, led by Binoy Kumar Agarwala, has a proven track record of building visibility for consumer electronics and lifestyle brands across the region. Leveraging its retail expertise, the partnership is expected to significantly boost Alcatel’s footprint and deepen consumer engagement across Assam and the North East. “At a time when disposable income…

01 Sep

NSDL share price rose after dividend record date announcement

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Shares of National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) witnessed a surge on Monday, September 1, after the announcement of the record date for dividend payment for FY 2024-25. The stock was trading 2.41% higher at ₹1,267.95 per share at 10:53 am on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). NSDL dividend record date NSDL has fixed Friday, September 19, 2025 as the record date for payment of dividend of ₹2 per equity share of face value of ₹2. A dividend of ₹2 per equity share was recommended during the company's meeting held on May 23. If the dividend is approved during the Annual…

01 Sep

Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Mukundapur Cluster save a young child’s life from rare and life-threatening pancreatic injury

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In a remarkable medical intervention, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Mukundapur Cluster successfully treated a 7-year-old child from Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur, who suffered a rare and life-threatening pancreatic injury. The child, Deep Adhikary (name changed), was critically injured when a metallic bookshelf collapsed on him at home. Initial diagnosis at a local hospital suggested liver trauma, but advanced evaluation at Manipal revealed a complete disruption of the pancreatic duct, a condition notoriously difficult to manage in children. Under the leadership of Dr. Pradeepta Kumar Sethy, Director of Gastroenterology, the hospital team performed a complex ERCP with ductal stenting, enabling pancreatic…

01 Sep

Abril Paper Tech launches Rs 13.42 crore SME IPO, eyes expansion in printing solutions

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Surat-based Abril Paper Tech Ltd, a leading manufacturer of sublimation heat transfer papers, is set to raise up to ₹13.42 crore through its SME public issue on the BSE platform. The IPO, opening on August 29 and closing on September 2, offers 22 lakh equity shares at a fixed price of ₹61 each. Post-issue, the company’s market capitalization will stand at ₹48.69 crore, with listing scheduled for September 5. The proceeds will be used to install two fully automatic sublimation paper coating and slitting machines (₹5.40 crore), meet working capital requirements (₹5 crore), cover general corporate purposes (₹2.01 crore), and…

01 Sep

Aditya Birla Sun Life MF marks 50th ‘Nivesh Mahakumbh’ in Kalyani

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Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund (ABSL MF), one of India’s leading asset managers, successfully conducted the 50th edition of its flagship investor awareness program, Nivesh Mahakumbh, in Kalyani, West Bengal. The event drew over 800 participants, including students, professionals, and retirees, who engaged in interactive sessions with financial experts. The 2.5-hour program highlighted personal finance basics, budgeting, wealth creation through mutual funds, and retirement planning. Participants were introduced to Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) and provided with tools such as investment games, self-assessments, and easy-to-understand reading material. Folk performances and interactive formats added a local flavour to the initiative. Kalyani,…

01 Sep

Go Spiritual named Supporting Association for Employee Wellbeing Conference 2025

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Go Spiritual, a leading organization dedicated to spirituality, wellness, mental health, and social causes, is proud to announce its role as a Supporting Association for the Employee Wellbeing Conference 2025. Organized by IBEForuM, this transformative event will take place on September 2–3, 2025, at the luxurious Crowne Plaza Riyadh Al Waha, Saudi Arabia. Approach Entertainment proudly serves as the Media Partner for the Employee Wellbeing Conference 2025. The Employee Wellbeing Conference 2025 will bring together over 100 distinguished delegates, including global thought leaders, corporate leaders, HR professionals, and wellness innovators, to address the urgent need for healthier, more resilient workplaces.…

01 Sep

Tata Digital drives credit access on ONDC with over 1 million loan applications

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Tata Digital has emerged as a frontrunner in democratizing credit access in India through its early adoption of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). In just three months, the company has facilitated over one million personal loan applications, contributing the largest share of users, applications, and disbursals on the ONDC Network. The loan marketplace on Tata Neu now features 14 lending partners, including two integrated via ONDC, offering customers competitive pricing and customized loan products across categories such as gold loans and personal loans. The platform caters to both salaried and self-employed individuals, including first-time borrowers, ensuring broader financial…

30 Aug

Ola Electric shares upgrade nearly 20% last week

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Shares of Bhavish Aggarwal's Ola Electric Mobility rose 5% to ₹57.50 on Friday, taking the weekly gain to nearly 20%. The shares touched their intraday high of ₹57.50 and lowest of ₹54.32. This rise comes after the company received PLI certification for its third generation scooters; profitability is expected to increase from the second quarter of FY 2026. The company's shares had hit their one-year high of ₹157.40 per share on August 20, 2024, while their 52-week low was ₹39.60 per share on July 14, 2025. Here are some of the key developments fuelling Ola Electric's bull run: PLI certification…

30 Aug

Almonds linked to gut health and heart benefits, say new studies

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Two recent studies highlight the role of almonds in promoting gut health and potentially supporting cardiovascular wellness. Conducted by researchers funded by the Almond Board of California, the studies show that almonds act as natural prebiotics, enhancing the growth of beneficial gut bacteria such as Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus, and Roseburia. Almond consumption also boosts production of butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid linked to reduced inflammation, better digestion, and heart health. The first review emphasized almonds’ prebiotic potential, noting that their fiber, polyphenols, and oligosaccharides nourish beneficial gut microbes and support a diverse microbiome. The second paper explored the gut-heart axis, suggesting…

29 Aug

Gold futures upsurge: Rs 1,02,268 per 10 grams

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New Delhi: Gold futures on Friday rose by Rs 168 to Rs 1,02,268 per 10 grams on fresh buying by speculators amid strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold contracts for October delivery rose by Rs 168, or 0.16 percent, to Rs 1,02,268 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 16,419 lots. Globally, Comex gold futures for December delivery in New York fell 0.20 percent to $3,410.09 an ounce.